There will be veterans of the West End, an international concert pianist, soloists from the award-winning Derby Theatre performance of Phantom of the Opera, a virtuoso violinist, a saxophone quartet, a jazz band, a clarinet duet, a choir and more.

Chris' partner and her siblings will perform as the Andrews Sisters and, most unusually, there will even be an acoustic duo performing a medley of trance tunes from the 90s.

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An impromptu funk band has been assembled especially for the evening and will feature Rich Shaw, guitarist from extreme metal band Cradle of Filth, who has also offered a guitar lesson as one of the prizes in the raffle.

A concert is being held to raise money for popular music teacher Chris Toon

The event is being organised by Tom Watkins, head of music at Ecclesbourne School and one of Chris' close friends.

He said: "Chris is really selfless and would always go out of his way to other people and so after the accident happened, lots of people were in shock and really wanted to help out. The concert gives them an opportunity to show their support.

"It is not going to be a formal concert where people have to sit in silence. It will be informal and relaxed because that is a better reflection of Chris' character."

The fundraising concert will raise money to enable the teacher to stay in his Derby home

Attendees are being urged to bring extra cash on the night as there will be food and drink available to buy and a raffle to provide a counterpoint to the musical entertainment.

As well as the guitar lesson with Rich Shaw, prizes include a £240 golf day at Breadsall Priory, photographic sessions, singing lessons, a Disney character visit, vouchers from music store Foulds, Champagne and piano lessons.

Bathroom company HiB where Chris' partner works has generously agreed to match the sum raised, thereby doubling the evening's fundraising efforts.

"There is a lot of love and goodwill out there for Chris," said Mr Watkins.

Tickets for the show are £10 and are available on the door. Those wishing to attend should email Tom Watkins on tjwatkinsmd@gmail.com to help give organisers an idea of numbers.